What is the meaning of hobbyhorse?

noun

  • A topic to which one constantly reverts.
    • usage: "don't get him started on his hobbyhorse"
  • A child's plaything consisting of an imitation horse mounted on rockers; the child straddles it and pretends to ride.
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